A weightlifter lifts the weight with the help of his hand and has to apply a large force to do this. The force(s) acting on the weights is/are _____

Electrostatic force

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Gravitational force

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Muscular force

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Magnetic force

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Solution

The correct options are
B
Gravitational force

C
Muscular force

A weightlifter uses his muscles in his legs, back and arms in order to lift huge weights. This type of force used is called muscular force and is a type of contact force as physical contact is required. This force acts in the opposite direction of the gravitational force, which tries to pull it down.

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